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A44011 Seven philosophical problems and two propositions of geometry by Thomas Hobbes of Malmesbury ; with an apology for himself and his writings. Hobbes, Thomas, 1588-1679. 1682 (1682) Wing H2259; ESTC R28663 37,975 99

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